Movie reviews of Joanna Orland

Heavily artistic in its execution, it can be enjoyed as a political allegory, or a beautiful piece of surreal cinema. Review

The imagery in A Fantastic Woman is a reminder of how people see Marina versus how she sees herself. Review

As charming as it is funny and mocking, Ingrid Goes West is a breath of fresh air. Review

Unnerving, stylish, darkly calm, Yorgos Lanthimos has once again created a first-rate cinematic accomplishment. Review

Good Time is anything but that for its characters, but as an audience member, it’s a thrilling ride. Review

Stylishly bold and entertainingly witty, Thoroughbreds is thoroughly engaging. Review

Its exploration of PTSD and heroism is very maturely done. Review

A fun and touching film, Brigsby Bear is much more sincere than you’d expect. Review

The ending undermines everything this film strives for, making you realize it’s all been a disappointing waste of time. Review

Certainly a good starting point, and ideally Arshad Khan develops his story further. Review

A stunted cinematic experience, that plays better as a concept rather than an actual film. Review

There is much potential in I’m Not Here, even though it misses the mark. Review

What is unclear in Hello Again is its point. Review

Lacks the potency it needs to make a splash. Review

Even if you’ve managed to get over how awful they are as people to enjoy the bulk of the film, the ending will leave a bad taste in your mouth. Review

Character nuances and soulful performances carry this film, emanating themes of loneliness and cultural identity. Review

The notion of love and relationships is explored uniquely... Review

A masterclass in screenwriting. It is an uproariously fun movie with a serious core, with a complexity and maturity to it like no other film. Review

I’m pretty tired of this kind of holier-than-thou Aronofsky movie... Review

Truly beautiful and raw performances from the leads are sadly not enough to make this film as worthy as its actors. Review

Breaking no new ground, but reuniting two Hollywood legends on screen, emanating their chemistry... Review

Well-intentioned and genuinely entertaining... Review

There are some really fun moments in this film, and some of the performances and characters are an absolute delight. Review

Falls short with its romantic notions. However, it is a fine lesson in history, on a subject matter that has had ever-lasting ramifications. Review